Insider Pages Reviews for Faithworld International Chr

5 Stars: God is Good!!!! (by Jennifer C.)

Jennifer C. — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:12:00 GMT

Jennifer Caceres
Wow! This church has made me open up my eyes.It made me realize the positive things of life. It made me be strong and a wonderful mother. I used be bad out there. I was lost in the world doing things I wasnt supposed to do but thanks to God that He took me out. Im going to College and I have been clean because God cleansed me. People don't talk bad about this church. You have no idea what God has in store for you. Please let Him in He's real you guys. Never say you can't for you can do things which strengthens you through Christ. God Bless You!!!!!!

5 Stars: A Great Loving Place, Filled With The Holly Spirit... (by Henry Z.)

Henry Z. — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 06:01:00 GMT

Please god forgive me if my statements are too strong to say for a Christian like myself! but I can not let lost hearted souls like these people talk bad about my Church and my Pastor like this!. First I rebuke all those of you that have the nerves to post reviews talking bad about something that is written right in the Bible!. I know those are being guided by the enemy himself to post such statements!. Pastor Daniel is a great man and have changed my life and the life of many other people, including some of my friends. This Church is fully of beautiful Holly energy that those who attend, can not help but to feel the power of God in the atmosphere!. Those who criticize about the tithes, are just so ignorant to understand what they are sup post to do as Christians! and are the same people that when something happens in their lives that they or no one else can handle for then! come crying back to church seeking the word of the Lord!. So who really are the hypocrites?? What you people criticizing the word of God have to do is, grow up! and stop trying to make our Church, our second home! look like the enemy! when you critics know that the enemy is inside of YOU!...

5 Stars: Evaluate yourself before talking bad about my church! (by Denise F.)

Denise F. — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:12:00 GMT

For those of you who are criticizing this wonderful church or the finances you are totally WRONG!!! It is not an obligation to give to the Lord. Either you give in obedience to God as He asks in HIS WORD and expect blessings or simply do not give at all and do NOT expect blessings from the Lord. It is that simple! Pastor Daniel and his wife Pastor Jennifer are wonderful people. Why? Simply because they are a man and woman of God who are filled with the Holy Spirit of God. And they do care about others.They have been a GREAT example in my life and I will highly recommend this church with out a doubt, because your life will be changed forever! If you don't understand the preachings or the finances ask God in PRAYER and READ the word of God so that you would not be CONFUSED!!! BE FILLED WITH THE LOVE OF GOD AND LET GOD EXAMINE YOUR HEART!!! LOVE YOU ALL!

1 Stars: ok church (by Miguel T.)

Miguel T. — Mon, 18 May 2009 21:27:00 GMT

I went to the church once but felt that money was the center of the message. I understand the importance of tithing, but I have a problem when the tone of the message is zoned on the the $$.

5 Stars: im so thankful for this church.. (by elizabeth r.)

elizabeth r. — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:47:00 GMT

I think we all know that even if your a true christian or not we have to fight sin .that's what I see in every church I've been to.it just makes me know that were not better than anyone were all aiming to serve god and he knows were not perfect. I can't believe the bad stuff people say. First off I don't serve god any where close to what the pastor does. I go to church once a year. and I have it all the expensive car,nice house,moeny in the bank, except christ!! And I'm Not truly happy.so,why can't a paster have the same thing .he serves the lord day in and out. To bring people to christ so, we Won't die not loving and serving him. I don't !! You get me.. I hope him and every pastor live good and are blessed all the time. (I had to let that out..) paster daniel cruz and his family are truly a blessing .I am not a church girl at all. I only look for god when I'm sad or mad. I'm guilty.. I've been Going there on and off for 9 yrs. And that's because of my own issues not the church, or the people. But god seems to always bring me back to this church.I've been back these 2 sundays for the plays it made me cry and open my heart. and I'm excited about coming tommorow:) and I truly want to continue regardless if I'm happy with my life or not. pastor cruz and jenifer cruz inspire me ,get me excited, truly help me get closer to christ. And I thank you..

3 Stars: capital campaign (by sandra s.)

sandra s. — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:29:00 GMT

What seems odd to me is after this capital campaign launched off a week or so ago, the Pastors are now on a vacation in Florida. I give what I can and no one can tell me any different, there is a lot of work to be done in this church, it does not matter what it looks like, what matters is what this church can do for us. I am there for God and that is all. I have been feeling very distant lately form Faith world due to some of these people , you have people that say Hi and greet you when ever they feel like it, if your not part of their clique, they usually treat you like they do not know you,what kind of Christians are these, how may times have I walked by Pastor Jennifer and I do not even get a hello. However, she is always greeting her little group of girls, or her mentees , what about all the other woman of the church. Again, Pastor Danny is a wonderful Pastor and has been such a blessing with his teachings, but again I attend for My Lord and to thank and Praise him for what he has done in my life.

1 Stars: Money Hungry Church! (by Nelson H.)

Nelson H. — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:02:00 GMT

I have been to this Church and let me tell you, what this women says its true. I thought I was the only one. Almost everybody I know that has gone to this Church on Fullerton has said the same thing, no money no service.

It's one thing to ask for 10percent of your paycheck, but whatever happened to give what you can to the church. This church is just like any other, so why ask for so much money. Maybe to to pay for the Wife's bills. I certainly would like to know how they are able to afford a Porche and an Escalade. Hmm, I sence my money is not going towards the Church, but going to their car payments and Insurance. I would wonder what would happen if we only gave 1 percent of our paycheck. Also why do we have to give our entire paycheck in the begginning of the month of the year. Imagine an estimate of $200 times 300 to 400 people. That's $60,000 to $80,000 cash. And $200 is just an estimate it's even higher. Not to mention 10% of the paycheck every week which is $12,000 a week for just $40 from 1 person. That's an estimate of $48,000 a month. Wow! $576,000 a year. That's almost more than half a million. I am sure only 10 percent of this money goes to Church, where is the money going? This church feels like a business not like God's work here. Feels more like a Cult to me.

One problem...well actually a few
By Megan F.
I have to say that although the pastor is awesome, his wife seems like she's only concerned with how much you put in the offering basket. It's almost like if you don't empty out your wallet, she makes you feel guilty about it. Or in her words, "You have to serve the mission of this house (meaning the church)." I mean God forbid you actually have some bills to pay at home. Isn't it funny how they are driving a Porsche and an Escalade and never have enough to pay the bills of the church? Now tell me who's mission are we serving, hers or the church's?

First Review! Posted 12/13/07

4 Stars: Blessed by this ministry (by glory J.)

glory J. — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:12:00 GMT

I would first like to say that instead of everyone being so critical and looking at the church they need to look at themselves and there hearts. When we stand before God and he judges us he want care about what car the pastor drives, gossip, or any other nonsense that I have just read. Its going to be you and God and you will be judged accordingly for your sins here on earth. Hell is real and God want be concerned with the nonsense that these people are concerned with. Look at your hearts. From my experience I attended this church and I was blessed by there services. I had been going through so many things at the point of hopelessness and God begin to speak to me during the sermons and when they prayed for me. God begin to tell me that I had to let go of the bitterness and hurt that I harbored in my heart. I got healed at this church. When I had my son he was in the hospital for two weeks I called the church and they sent some ministers to pray for my child. I look and focus on God and not man. Man will fail you but God will never fail you. When I visted the members were friendly and it felt like a church home. I attended there Hell house which also blessed me. I was dealing with the fact that I had an abortion at a young age and I had self condemed myself. They had a scene in Hell house with a girl having an abortion. God convicted my heart and I asked God to forgave me then I forgave myself. I never looked back since that day. This church deals with real life issues and they are God fearing. I have been blessed by there ministry.

3 Stars: God will never let you down, Man will !!!!! (by Markos P.)

Markos P. — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:43:00 GMT

I attended Faithworld for 5 years with my Girlfriend and we loved it but as time went by we started to feel left out, judged and noticed a lot of hypocrites including some in ministry, now , don't get me wrong it is a great church and all churches have there good and bad but the family feel it had when we started was lost and a financial mind took over so most not all was gone.You don't go to a church for all that though you go to find the lord and learn about the bible, how to become a better person, funny thing is i learned this after i left Pastor Daniel is a good man and taught me alot Pastor Jennifer is also a great woman who does genuinly love GOD and all who attend Faithworld she really is a woman of GOD its just not the same Faithworld I came to know and Love and Unlike those who either gave praise to or passed Judgement on Faithworld yet remained annoymous i will give my name for i hide from no one my name is Markos and i am a better person because of what i lived, learned and loved at Faithworld International Church, GOD bless them and the Pastors, im a better person because of them.

4 Stars: awesome (by Carmen R.)

Carmen R. — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:22:00 GMT

wow, I grew up in the pentocostal church along with 3 other sister's then as we got older we just stopped going but always had el temor now I started coming when my oldest daughter one day said there is a church I want you to visit you are going to like it I did and yes I was touched cause when you know there is a god because i had known him just slacked off for awhile now its been 2 yrs that I've been coming and faithfully all for the glory of God now my daughters come and friends so i have been multipling all for God now I am trying to get my husband and son to visit I know someday hope not to long they will come and with your prayer and the family I know we will win the battle that I am in now pastor daniel and jennifer you guys are awesome and have such powerful words I really like coming to church and worship C R

5 Stars: Miracles, Signs and Wonders (by Julia C.)

Julia C. — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:12:00 GMT

Talk about expectation you just don't know what God is going to do next in this church. There's excitement and the worship music is out of this world!! Pastor Daniel preaches a message that anyone can understand and grow from. He's on fire and Pastor Jennifer is beautiful inside and out and a wonderful mentor. This place has really impacted me and also my family. Especially coming to Glory week, I can see the arts ministry really flowing in painting, dance and poetry. I love the freedom you feel to worship God in your own expression of your love for him. Faithworld in Chicago is truly an experience with God.

1 Stars: WHAT A BLESSING! (by Wendy R.)

Wendy R. — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:57:00 GMT

Wow, where do I begin with being brief but to the point! Faithworld has made an AWSOME impact in my life...down to being a PATIENT, GREAT,AWSOME,FABULOUS MOTHER. An OBIDIENT,FAITHFUL,FEARLESS WOMAN OF GOD!!!

Pastor Daniel and Jennifer Cruz I thank you for your teachings,your patience and your understanding. You guys are such an annointing!

When I first starting going to Faithworld it was just my older sister Lisa and I. Now... its my three sister's,my mother,my soon to be husband Antonio, 4 of our good friends and more to come! WHAT A MIGHTY GOD WE SERVE!!! Were going to the woman's retreat which is my 2nd retreat. DISCOVERY HERE I COME!!! My sister Lisa is comming from New York along with her friend. She wants to share the experience with god! We are soooo excited!

So with all this said I wouldn't change my place of worship,teaching and all that is of OUR LORD for ANYTHING IN THIS WORLD!!!

THE VICTORY IS SOOOOO MINE!!!!
WHAT A BLESSING!

5 Stars: depends on ur purpose.... (by Karina R.)

Karina R. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:21:00 GMT

Faithworld is amazing. I love it. They have done amazing things in my life and I would totally recommend the church. A couple of people gave negative opinions and I agree with some. Yes, some people are 2faced but if you like the church or not, depends on your purpose for going. I am not going there for people. I'm going there for God. So I don't care of the church has cliques. God is my friend. And not everybody is bad in that church. There are some amazing people. But I went to faithworld for God. and I got it.
And as for the comments on Pastor Daniel's car and the whole tithing thing Just because he is the Pastor doesn't mean he should be living a bad life. God can bless him. God isn't a dead beat dad. He will provide for his child.
And as for him talkin about money so much, well I don't mind. i see the money being put to good use all the time. In the ER production I got saved. I thank God that Pastor Dani pushes us to pay our tithes. If he didn't and people didn't give them then the production may have not been funded. And I could be heading to a life in Hell. I don't mind giving up things I have in my temporary life to provide to save other's eternal life. And they have saved other eternal lives, too. Another pruduction saved my dad and my grandparents.
I love Faithworld. And I think at long as you come with the right mentality you will like it too.

5 Stars: Faithworld is a awesome church (by Karen W.)

Karen W. — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:36:00 GMT

First of all, why is it when we don't agree or understand something the first thing we do is complain or criticize. I myself have been at Faithworld for 6 1/2 years and I can honestly say that my spiritual mother Pastor Jennifer is an awesome women of God. Yes she is a beautiful women and she exhibit the type of class every women should display. Once you allow God to come in and clean up all the mess and junk in your heart, as well as allow God to remove the blinders from your eyes you to will see how awesome Faithworld's First Lady is. You may look at her and call her barbie that's your prerogative. However Jesus calls her, one of his chosen vessel in whom he is well please. Also a word of advice, All of us need to make a commitment to love with our words and to build confidence in others. Every word we speak can be a brick to build with or a bulldozer to destroy. Also, choose your words carefully because according to Matthew 12:36, you will have to account for the idle, thoughtless things you say. Remember, words are containers for power. They carry creative or destructive power and they produce a good harvest or a bad harvest in your life and in the lives of those you love. Finally, Faithworld is an awesome church where there is a biblical foundation being taught. It is a place where the Pastor makes sure when you sit under his teaching you not only here a good message you also get a deeper revelation of the kingdom of God. And he leave you hungry for more.

3 Stars: It's All About God (by Bridgette G.)

Bridgette G. — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 08:39:00 GMT

Faith World International Church is a church geared toward new believers, so of course a new believers first time experience at any church will naturally come off as being critical. We are critical by nature. I just wanted to say that I am also a newcomer at Faith World and my experiences were nothing but good. I felt at home almost immediately. I am not a new believer, however I have been in the same place as you are right at this very moment. It was only because of faithful family members that I stayed encouraged to attend my old church. New believers, please listen.... You are going to church, tithing, worshipping and fellowshipping out of obeidience to God.. Its not about others or about the presentation. Nobody is perfect! Yes, you pray and ask the Lord if that is where he wants you and pray for fellowship, pray to gaurd your heart amongst how others may look or act to you. Because, again, this church is filled with new believers and they themselves are learning and growing. I promise you that if you make a commitment to God and take a leap of faith by coming out of your comfort zone. I promise you, you will find God. Ultimately, He is what we need to be living you. I pray that your eyes will be open to what God is trying to show you and that this has been a Blessing to you in some way. In Christ's Love.

5 Stars: Great Church or Pefect Church (by Matthew A.)

Matthew A. — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:00:00 GMT

First of all there are no perfect churches and if you actually found one and started to attend, it would not be perfect again. I know this church better than anyone you may ever meet, I was on staff there until I moved away. I know Pastor Daniel and Jennifer personally. Their heart is after God's and they want what is best for the people. I may not have agreed with every decision that they made, but I am not the one that has to answer to God, they do. I know that they may seem distant, but with the constant ebb and flow of church hoppers it takes time to get to know them. Put in some time and energy into the church, you will get to know them and a great many others. The other pastors are a great resource. Use them. As for the ones that complained about the "money" issue. They know that you have bills and the best way to pay them is to tithe. It is not for them, it is for you. If you tithe (10%), then God can make a deposit back into your life far greater than that 10%. It is the only reason my family is prosperous. They want you to be blessed you see. Your money is not the source for the church to stay open, God is. Pastor Daniel knows that, he just wants you to be blessed too. As for the Porsche and the Escalade. They have had those cars for years now. It isn't like they are going out and buying a new car every year. Besides they have given far more than you may ever know. My family and I have been to hundreds of churches all across this country. FWIC is for sure one of the best. The music is great, the preaching is dynamic, and above all, the people, contrary to your "review", are real, genuine people, passionate about their faith in Christ. Is Faithworld a Great Church the answer is a definitive YES - A Perfect Church - THERE IS NO SUCH THING.

1 Stars: Not so great (by Jose C.)

Jose C. — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 21:14:00 GMT

Personally, my experience with Faithworld for the most part was not so great. When I first walked in, I felt somewhat overwhelmed with the chuch setting and tried to fit in. I did not get any greeting, and when I smiled and said "hello," to one of the people they just gave me this funny look and walked on by.
I never had really good experiences with the church crowd in general since most of them can be very judgemental and unkind if you don't come every Sunday to Mass. I wonder what Jesus would have to say if he walked into some of today's churches?
And I think I agree with the comment made about the church being centered on money. I know what the bible says about giving 10 percent to the church, but I remember this lady say after the tithe was taken,'Okay we need some money for the children's church because they need...we need that money soon!' I was a little suprised that they even posted what was collected the week before on the monitors of the church. So, it's a possibility that they may be going overboard with their money-making efforts.
Again, I really tried to keep an open mind, but I guess I just wasn't meant for the church.

5 Stars: Faithworld Pastor's are humble people (by Yesenia O.)

Yesenia O. — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:10:00 GMT

This is one church you just have to go check out for yourselves. I personally disagree with the first comment left on here. All churches do the same thing, ask for money that is how they are able to keep it open. This is about tithing which the bible tells us we must do and God wants us to do, if you do not understand it please do not judge it. By the way, how do you know what kind of cars they drive? Another thing, they have in the past explained what they live out of. They have a building and live out of the rent of that building plus profit of money invested. Do not assume they live out of the church because Faithworld has other pastor's there as well and they do not handle the money personally. Get informed before spreading negative rumors. I sure hope you are not a member of this church. On a different note, I love this church, they have an amazing choir, teen church, and the senior pastors are great. They are great leaders and I am so glad to have come across this church. Come check it out for yourselves. If you have a hunger for God and for change come to Faithworld.

1 Stars: One problem...well actually a few (by Megan F.)

Megan F. — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 19:44:00 GMT

I have to say that although the pastor is awesome, his wife seems like she's only concerned with how much you put in the offering basket. It's almost like if you don't empty out your wallet, she makes you feel guilty about it. Or in her words, "You have to serve the mission of this house (meaning the church)." I mean God forbid you actually have some bills to pay at home. Isn't it funny how they are driving a Porsche and an Escalade and never have enough to pay the bills of the church? Now tell me who's mission are we serving, hers or the church's?